Capital City’s Wonder Woman
Creativity, dedication and perseverance make award-winning JCPS teacher Jeni DeFeo a real life super hero Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Julie Smith As a child of the ‘80s, Jeni DeFeo absorbed...
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The gift of hair
American Cancer Society’s wig shop boosts survivors’ confidence Story and photos by Sally Ince “In a word, it was fabulous,” Linell Dozier said when describing the first time she picked out a wig at...
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Ashley Patterson: ‘There is no community like this community’
Ashley Patterson connects community with ways to fight back against cancer Story by Samantha Pogue For more than a decade, Ashley Patterson worked in the sports industry for various gyms and health...
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Battling the big ‘C’
Jefferson City area medical facilities share advances in cancer treatment and procedures Story by Samantha Pogue The estimated population of cancer survivors will increase to 20.3 million, almost 10...
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Let’s beat this together
Caretakers stand by their loved ones diagnosed with cancer Story by Sally Ince “It was difficult for both of us, I mean you know you don’t want to have to see your wife go through chemo,” Craig Bock...
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Remembering Dana Kliethermes
(Photo by Julie Smith)Dana Kliethermes turned heads in this beautiful red ensemble at the fourth Strut Your Style Luncheon and Fashion Show at the Capitol Plaza Hotel. The breast cancer survivor was...
View Article‘I’m A Survivor:’ Pam Schnieders
If there is one piece of advice Pam Schnieders could offer others diagnosed with breast cancer, it is to listen to your body and advocate for yourself if you feel like something isn’t right. She...
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‘I’m A Survivor:’ Liz Morrow
Liz Morrow knew soon after she was diagnosed with breast cancer, she was not going to let it win. After going in for a routine mammogram Nov. 28, 2017, shortly after finishing her doctorate degree...
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‘I’m A Survivor:’ Lori Hoelscher
A recurring theme Lori Hoelscher heard throughout her battle with breast cancer is “You’re going to be OK.” Her husband Delbert, her family, her friends and loved ones who had been through the same...
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‘I’m A Survivor:’ Nancy K. Gratz
Story by Samantha Pogue Six months before her scheduled mammogram in 2001, Nancy K. Gratz felt God was with her. At that time, she had mastitis, an inflammation of breast tissue that sometimes involves...
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‘I’m a Survivor’
Strut Your Style Fashion Show & Luncheon models walk the runway for a reason Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Julie Smith They are wives, mothers, sisters and grandmothers. They are leading...
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A pinnacle poinsettia
Trinklein Greenhouses grows the holiday plant and shares maintenance tips Story by Sally Ince As the holiday season gets closer, it seems as though the star-shaped leaves of red and white poinsettias...
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HER HEALTH: Healthy holiday eating, it can be done!
Column by Denise Coots, registered dietitian at SSM Health/St. Mary’s Hospital Denise Coots It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Time for gathering with friends and family, snuggling close to the...
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Building ‘Struemph’ Strength
Diane and Mark Struemph have collectively lost 430-plus pounds in less than three years Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Julie Smith At Diane and Mark Struemph’s front door lies a welcome mat...
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Let there be light
The Berhorsts illuminate about anything as part of their business, Country Home Collection Story and Photos by Sally Ince After retiring from careers with the State of Missouri, Ron and Brenda Berhorst...
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HER PROFILE: ‘Hope is where the heart is’
Longtime foster mom Leslie DeWesplore aims to help families with The Cooper Foundation of Missouri Story by Samantha Pogue Leslie DeWesplore sees the importance of a strong family unit. The Jefferson...
View ArticleHoliday happenings in Mid-Missouri
In Mid-Missouri, there are ample ways to visit with Santa, explore Christmas celebrations of yesteryear, make holiday memories with families and friends, and shop and prepare for the big day. Take a...
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HER DIY: Let your child create in ‘Santa’s Workshop’
The Village Art Studio’s Ann DeRosier shares how to make a snowman bell Story and photos by Samantha Pogue Children enjoy receiving presents during the holidays, but they also like to give their loved...
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A 30-year holiday tradition
Living Windows expands to include east side businesses and Polar Express rides Story by Sally Ince • Photos by Mark Wilson This winter will mark 30 years since downtown Jefferson City held its first...
View ArticleCome dine at our table
Community meals, free holiday feasts and food distribution available in Mid-Missouri Whether it is a community meal like at the Holts Summit Soup Kitchen, a holiday feast, or food to make at home, the...
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